Seat Cordoba I 1.9 TD (75 Hp)
Seat Cordoba:
The SEAT Córdoba is the saloon, estate and coupé version of the SEAT Ibiza supermini car, built by the Spanish automaker SEAT. It was manufactured between 1993 and 2008, and was related to the second and third generations of the Ibiza.
The first-generation Córdoba was presented at the 1993 Frankfurt Motor Show and launched that summer. Designed by Italian Giorgetto Giugiaro, it was based on the chassis of the SEAT Ibiza Mk2. Its 1. 4, 1. 6, 1. 8 and 2. 0-litre petrol engines were also found in the Volkswagen Polo and Ibiza, as was the 1. 9 TDI....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Seat Cordoba (I). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1055 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15 s). The top speed reaches 171 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (75 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 15 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 5.8 L/100 km for its class.
- • Standard trunk space (455 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: October, 2002 - 2006).
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| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Cordoba |
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| Generation: | I |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 TD (75 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | September, 1993 |
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| End of production: | June, 1996 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4200 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 39.6 Hp/l [171mm less] |
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| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 2200 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AAZ More details about the engine AAZ |
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| Engine displacement: | 1896 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 22.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 171 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.1 kg/Hp, 71.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 132.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1055 |
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| Max. weight: | 1530 |
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| Max load: | 475 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 802 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 455 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4109 mm [171mm less] |
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| Width: | 1640 mm [58mm less] |
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| Height: | 1408 mm [33mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2440 mm [20mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1429 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1394 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Suspension with traction connecting levers |
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